In a bold move, former U.S. President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to reverse the federal push away from plastic straws, declaring that paper ones \"don't work.\" 🥤
\"It's a ridiculous situation. We're going back to plastic straws,\" Trump announced on Monday, signaling a clear departure from the Biden administration's environmental policies.
Under Biden, federal purchases of single-use plastics, including straws, from food service operations, events, and packaging are set to phase out by 2027, and completely removed from all federal operations by 2035. Trump, who has long criticized paper straws and even sold Trump-branded reusable plastic straws during his 2019 reelection campaign, is pushing back against these greener initiatives.
Over the weekend, Trump took to his Truth Social account to further endorse his stance: \"Enjoy your next drink without a straw that disgustingly dissolves in your mouth!!!\" He also dismissed Biden's policy as \"DEAD!\"
This decision has sparked conversations among environmentalists and businesses alike, debating the balance between convenience and sustainability. What's your take? Let us know! 🌱🤔
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Trump pushes for plastic straws as he declares paper ones 'don't work'
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